Drop me an email at Ben.smith@daddario.com and I'll make sure that we get you a replacement through our distributor.

Thought I'd let you all know that my replacement G2 arrived today, there was a delay due to a miscommunication with the local distributor but apart from that, Evans has handled this in an excellent manner. The replacement head tuned up perfectly in 5 minutes, and the drum sounds great. :)

Thought I'd let you all know that my replacement G2 arrived today, there was a delay due to a miscommunication with the local distributor but apart from that, Evans has handled this in an excellent manner. The replacement head tuned up perfectly in 5 minutes, and the drum sounds great. :)

Ben if you are reading this, can you tell me the difference in films between the genera resonant and a standard G1 film?

I want to try genera resonants over genera resonants.

Hey Larry,

The Genera Reso film has a brighter tonal response that often projects better than a G1 used as a reso. I often like to pair this with batter heads that have a darker response (like EC2S) and could use some help with projection. This film can dent a bit easier, so keep that in mind if you decide to try it as a batter.

The Genera Reso film has a brighter tonal response that often projects better than a G1 used as a reso. I often like to pair this with batter heads that have a darker response (like EC2S) and could use some help with projection. This film can dent a bit easier, so keep that in mind if you decide to try it as a batter.

Cheers!

I certainly don't mean to derail Larry's question, but in addition to his question based on your comment, I'd like to pose the following question..

I've been using the clear G1 as reso's with a coated G1 batter. Would there be much differences with a Genera Reso?

I purchased 2 sets of the Genera reso heads, one for my gigging set and one for another set of drums I should be getting soon. After installing the Genera reso heads, I noticed more brightness from the drums. This was in my studio though with no other sounds around. As far as playing live unmiced, I don't know if the extra brightness would come through to the audience. I did one gig with the genera resos but I couldn't record it, so I don't know how my recorder likes them yet.

I feel drums have all the low end you want. That's why I prefer a crisp papery attack, to balance out the lows inherent in drum tones. It's easy to add more low end to drums, with muffling, thicker heads, low tuning....but it's harder to make them crisper, brighter and more responsive without losing sustain.

Pity the genera resos dent more easily. I think I might like the tone as a batter.

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On my 3 kits I have switched over to all level 360. Previously I had been using either G2 clears or EC2 SST's. I can tell you that between the new G2's and the Black chrome its a huge difference. The heads seat themselves and tuning is a snap. I did a side by side comparison with two identical drums and even then the difference was clear.

If I was a drum tech I would also really dig the 360's because they tune so fast.

Hey everybody- I don't mean to gloat or anything but Ben)Evansspecialist sent me a new set of coated G12's for my Gretsch kit....Im totally blown away by this alone. So stoked to try them out but I work all weekend...Ill get back to ya!

I have used Aquarian and Evans both in past. I loved the warmth from Aquarian bass drum heads, but the Evans films always has had a much brighter clarity in the snare heads..especially the ST film.
The ST heads are what got me into Evans to begin with.

Over time, I have found Evans to be much more consistent though. Hate saying it , but I have had a ton of problems with Aquarian heads lately too- and never used to have any trouble with them. Not just problems w/ one head, but issues w/ many of them and been happening for awhile; a lot of QC problems with their heads, and even w/ ones ive sent back to em? it still happens. I stopped playing remo due to QC and inconsistency and dont want same stufff with Aquarian..

anyway,so just recently brought a whole Evans set of heads for my kit, toms, bass drum, everything! Super Tough on snares( Not dry model- much prefer the standard ST) , G2 clears on toms, Genera Resos for bottom of toms, and Emad2s for bass drums.
These new Level 360 heads are the real deal, noticeable difference in tuning and precise too. These Evans heads really make my drums sing.
I think its a great thing and they took a great product and made it better.
One thing for Evans :
wish they offered more batter+ reso head options in 26" and 28" bass heads, as the other head companies already do- theyre missing that in their line.
but beyond that theyre pretty awesome :)

I have used Aquarian and Evans both in past. I loved the warmth from Aquarian bass drum heads, but the Evans films always has had a much brighter clarity in the snare heads..especially the ST film.
The ST heads are what got me into Evans to begin with.

Over time, I have found Evans to be much more consistent though. Hate saying it , but I have had a ton of problems with Aquarian heads lately too- and never used to have any trouble with them. Not just problems w/ one head, but issues w/ many of them and been happening for awhile; a lot of QC problems with their heads, and even w/ ones ive sent back to em? it still happens. I stopped playing remo due to QC and inconsistency and dont want same stufff with Aquarian..

anyway,so just recently brought a whole Evans set of heads for my kit, toms, bass drum, everything! Super Tough on snares( Not dry model- much prefer the standard ST) , G2 clears on toms, Genera Resos for bottom of toms, and Emad2s for bass drums.
These new Level 360 heads are the real deal, noticeable difference in tuning and precise too. These Evans heads really make my drums sing.
I think its a great thing and they took a great product and made it better.
One thing for Evans :
wish they offered more batter+ reso head options in 26" and 28" bass heads, as the other head companies already do- theyre missing that in their line.
but beyond that theyre pretty awesome :)

Thanks so much for your feedback and the recommendation on 26" and 28" heads. While we don't have any "drum set" heads for 28" bass at this time, our marching bass options would work fine and come in several varieties. As for 26" bass heads, what option are you looking for that you can't find?

Played a session the other day in the studio. The kit had all Black Chrome 360's on the toms and man did they sound great! Great focus of tone and response. The kit was not the best but the heads made it sound better.

Tonight I had a gig and I just threw on some of the new G2 coated heads. Have to say I think I found the perfect head for my playing style. The new 360 G2's have a nice fat, full and warm sound to them. I have been playing more or less the same set with my band now since April and I have to say I noticed the difference in feel with the coated heads on my toms. I really enjoyed the change and the tone.

I've made a humble start so far with a coated G1 on my snare and a 300 Snare Side over the past 2 days. I replaced the snare side first, but then I couldn't stand the temptation anymore and I replaced the batter. I replaced an old coated G1 and an old 300 snare side, and the improvement is subtle, but still noticeable (that is, in comparison to the result I would have gotten with non Level-360 heads). Although, I really loved the fact that the head does indeed sit on the bearing edge evenly, all the way around, 360°. Level 360. :) I guess it made tuning a little easier and perhaps it resulted in a better sound, but I was expecting a bigger improvement too. lol

Although, I have not replaced my tom heads yet! I should be doing this within a month or two.

I guess it made tuning a little easier and perhaps it resulted in a better sound, but I was expecting a bigger improvement too. lol

Although, I have not replaced my tom heads yet! I should be doing this within a month or two.

I've only tried the Level 360 on my toms so far, and I think the differences there are pretty striking. The heads really do come up to pitch a lot quicker and easier. Perhaps the significantly higher amount of tension typical in snare heads makes the benefits a little more subtle, like you mentioned.

I've only tried the Level 360 on my toms so far, and I think the differences there are pretty striking. The heads really do come up to pitch a lot quicker and easier. Perhaps the significantly higher amount of tension typical in snare heads makes the benefits a little more subtle, like you mentioned.

Y'know, that makes sense. I can almost see why this would be the case by envisioning the collar on the bearing edge under higher tensions vs. lower tensions.

The coated G1 PCRD on my Acrolite is still going strong. I've been using it on my kit for the last couple weeks. My other snare drum has the Aquarian Texture Coated RD on it. I still cannot decide which head I like better, but I think the Evans head might have the edge so far because of the way it went on and just tuned right up. So far, no conclusion to my experiment. they are both going strong and sounding really good. they are both extremely durable. it's a tough one to call. Still too early in the game. Only time will tell at this point. I have to get some more mileage on the Evans head first.

I just put a Black Chrome head on my Pearl Export 6x14 snare and man, is it snappy. Almost like a band snare. Not sure if I like it but this kit was used. I just started playing again after a 30 yr hiatus so I'm learning all over again. I should probably change the reso head as well since I have no idea how old it is and it's a Pearl head.

Looking forward to putting new Remo Ambassador heads on my 6.5x14 Supraphonic soon. It's in pieces as it had to be cleaned up.

I just put a Black Chrome head on my Pearl Export 6x14 snare and man, is it snappy. Almost like a band snare. Not sure if I like it but this kit was used. I just started playing again after a 30 yr hiatus so I'm learning all over again. I should probably change the reso head as well since I have no idea how old it is and it's a Pearl head.

Looking forward to putting new Remo Ambassador heads on my 6.5x14 Supraphonic soon. It's in pieces as it had to be cleaned up.

Is the Genera line a good reso match for Black Chrome?

Nice! Congrats on getting back into it.

The Genera reso wll bring more projection/high-frequency. I've been very happy with EC Resos paired with the Black Chromes, due to the focus and punch. Might consider one of our single ply heads for that Supra too :-)

So you believe the EC over whats recommended for snares on the Evans site, the 200-500?
If it brings down the tinny crack I'll be happy. I'm going with Remo Ambassadors on my Ludwig but putting either Chromes or Onyx on my toms. Just the funds man, always about the funds.

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Nice! Congrats on getting back into it.

The Genera reso wll bring more projection/high-frequency. I've been very happy with EC Resos paired with the Black Chromes, due to the focus and punch. Might consider one of our single ply heads for that Supra too :-)

So you believe the EC over whats recommended for snares on the Evans site, the 200-500?
If it brings down the tinny crack I'll be happy. I'm going with Remo Ambassadors on my Ludwig but putting either Chromes or Onyx on my toms. Just the funds man, always about the funds.

I'm sorry, when you said resos I automatically started thinking for toms. For a snare side with the Black Chrome on top, I'd probably stick with a 300 for balance (maybe even a 500 if you're cranking the heck out of the batter head- just to keep it from getting too bright).

Well I was thinking the Genera G1 Clears for my reso heads because I read they were good to pair with Chromes (toms) and also because I can get them in a pack, much cheaper that way. The more I play that snare the more I'm diggin' it. Can't wait to see how it sounds when I put a new reso head on it. I'll go with the 300. But yeah decided on Chromes for my toms over the Onyx. Now, help me find an 18x16 floor tom in #98 Charcoal Metallic. Thx! :)~

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I'm sorry, when you said resos I automatically started thinking for toms. For a snare side with the Black Chrome on top, I'd probably stick with a 300 for balance (maybe even a 500 if you're cranking the heck out of the batter head- just to keep it from getting too bright).

Mostly Remo guy here, I have started using the Evans reverse dot on my all my snares. Great head (that didn't come out right?) So I figured I would try some coated G2's on my 16" and 12" Magstar maple toms. Tuned up nice and sounded great on the gig Saturday night. Older Evans heads used to sound a bit plastic to me. These 360's so far I'm impressed.

Ben, I've been really happy with the 360 coated G2s I've got on my "new" Ludwigs, there's just tone for miles coming out of these old girls. Right now I've got a "repurposed" Gretsch Powerstroke clone head on the kick batter and a coated EQ3 on the front. It's giving me a great mix of tone and thump with next to no muffling involved (the rolled up t-shirt just touching the batter thing). Which kick batter could I look at to keep pretty much the same thing going?

Ben, I've been really happy with the 360 coated G2s I've got on my "new" Ludwigs, there's just tone for miles coming out of these old girls. Right now I've got a "repurposed" Gretsch Powerstroke clone head on the kick batter and a coated EQ3 on the front. It's giving me a great mix of tone and thump with next to no muffling involved (the rolled up t-shirt just touching the batter thing). Which kick batter could I look at to keep pretty much the same thing going?

Beautiful kit, man!

I've been using EMAD2s for my kick heads. I love how easy it is to quickly adjust the dampening. With just the ring and no foam, you'll get the wide open sound with just a hint of dampening, like that of a PS3. With the smaller foam ring, you'll probably get a sound close to what you have now, and with the thick ring, you get a really focused attack, but it retains a beautiful resonance (the perfect amount, as far as I'm concerned).

I have an EMAD2 over a smooth white PS3 with a KickPort on my black oyster kit, with no internal dampening. The kick sounds HUGE. Strong punch, tons of body, and just the right amount of sustain that gets out of the way quick. I wanted an EQ3 for my reso, but my local shop only had PS3s in stock.

Ben, I've been really happy with the 360 coated G2s I've got on my "new" Ludwigs, there's just tone for miles coming out of these old girls. Right now I've got a "repurposed" Gretsch Powerstroke clone head on the kick batter and a coated EQ3 on the front. It's giving me a great mix of tone and thump with next to no muffling involved (the rolled up t-shirt just touching the batter thing). Which kick batter could I look at to keep pretty much the same thing going?

Glad you're digging them! That might actually be an EQ4 with the Gretsch logo (we've made these heads for them) unless it has a stripe on it. I'd definitely recommend checking out the EQ4.

Hi everyone, I have one question. Today I have received by mail brand new 22" EMAD2 clear head bought from authorized Evans dealer here in Serbia. One thing bothers me: there is absolutely NO Evans logo or mark of any kind on the head itself or on the hoop. So, the head is clear, no Evans logo, no serial number on the hoop, no nothing. I have old EMAD2 bought three years ago, everything is there. This new one looks like EMAD2, the box is right, i got both foam rings, clear patch,... The year of import on the box says 2013, so I'm wondering is it possible that head is new 360 model maybe from beginning of production? Did somebody seen or bought head like this? Anybody knows something about this? I doubt the had is fake, but I never seen Evans head without logo. Thanks in advance for answering.

Hi everyone, I have one question. Today I have received by mail brand new 22" EMAD2 clear head bought from authorized Evans dealer here in Serbia. One thing bothers me: there is absolutely NO Evans logo or mark of any kind on the head itself or on the hoop. So, the head is clear, no Evans logo, no serial number on the hoop, no nothing. I have old EMAD2 bought three years ago, everything is there. This new one looks like EMAD2, the box is right, i got both foam rings, clear patch,... The year of import on the box says 2013, so I'm wondering is it possible that head is new 360 model maybe from beginning of production? Did somebody seen or bought head like this? Anybody knows something about this? I doubt the had is fake, but I never seen Evans head without logo. Thanks in advance for answering.

Hey Savudin,

I've never seen one of our heads get out without a logo- this was certainly a packing error. However, there shouldn't be any issues with the performance of the head. I can tell you that it's not a Level 360 head though, as we started changing over to the Level 360 collar for 22" EMAD2 heads within the last couple months.

Is there a 5 digit code (typically two numerals, a letter, and two more numerals) on the box label?

I have been sporting the 360 J1 Etched Jazz heads on the toms and snare of my early 50's Gretsch Broadkaster kit. I went with the EQ4 Frosted bass batter. Another awesome head :)
They fit and tune perfectly on those old 3 plies.
I have never mounted and tuned heads on a vintage kit so quickly.
Wonderful products that I couldn't be more pleased with.

HEADS:
After years of trial an error, in my experience, the head makes the drum and vice-versa. For example, I have different heads on different kits for different tones. You cannot go wrong with Remo, Evans or Aquarian. I actually have all three manufacturers heads on different kits. It's really personal preference. You DO have to know how to tune and have proper technique to produce the best tone from the specific tambre of the shell. Head selection is similar to the question, "What brand of drums is best?" Sonor, Yamaha, DW, Pearl, Gretsch, etc., all have intermediate to advanced level of equipment and all sound great. It's really up to you.

Hey, EvansSpecialist, I was wondering about what dadario is. I've noticed their name on everything Evans and was wondering, is this a company that bought out Evans or has it always been like this and I never noticed? Does this mean these dadario guys are going to make changes? I have ordered some heads and I love them so if so, these changes are great especially the level 360 heads. I also ordered some promark sticks and noticed they're a little different than the ones I've always loved. Maybe I got a dud pair or are the winds of dadario change coming and if so, what are they? Very curious.

And p.s. I have had my new drumset about a year. I have DW performance series and a Ludwig suphraphonic snare. I plan on putting G2 coated on tom batter, G1 clear on tom reso, PC reverse dot on snare batter, hazy 300 on snare side, and I already have an EQ3 reso black on the bass reso from where I busted the stock one. I'm not too sure what to do for bass batter but I'm thinking of some kind of EMAD, but idk whether to get EMAD 1 or 2 and if I should get coated or clear. Any suggestions and do these sound like a good combination for these drums?

Hey, EvansSpecialist, I was wondering about what dadario is. I've noticed their name on everything Evans and was wondering, is this a company that bought out Evans or has it always been like this and I never noticed? Does this mean these dadario guys are going to make changes? I have ordered some heads and I love them so if so, these changes are great especially the level 360 heads. I also ordered some promark sticks and noticed they're a little different than the ones I've always loved. Maybe I got a dud pair or are the winds of dadario change coming and if so, what are they? Very curious.
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D'addario has been the parent company of Evans for a long time. They recently added ProMark to their family though. It seems like lately they decided to make the D'Addario brand more known however.

Btw, D'addario makes great instrumental strings as well for guitar, bass, violin, etc. They also own Rico which makes reeds for Saxes and stuff, and planet waves which makes accessories.

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